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Scope 3: Importing consumption data

Consumption data can be uploaded via a CSV template.

In Scope 3, the data can not only be entered manually, but also uploaded as a CSV file and automatically integrated into the system. To do this, first download the CSV template using the specific data upload button and follow the provided instructions.

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The input values are then entered line by line in the corresponding fields. The predefined selection options from the Climate Hub must be used for the “Unit”, “Precision” and “Status” fields, otherwise an error message will appear when uploading: 

Input field Unit Precision Status
Possible answers

kWh, MWh, Wh, GWh
MJ, GJ, TJ
g, kg, t
short-ton, shot-ton-mi
lb
m, km, ft
mi, nmi, pmi, tmi
ml, Liter
m2, km2, ft2, m3
ha
TEU-m, TEU-km, TEU-ft, TEU-mi, TEU-nmi
pkm, tkm
scf
gal
bbl
Nights, Number, Percentage
€, $

Document / Measurement

Extrapolation

Cost based

Estimate

Not Relevant

Relevant

Review

Done


An example of a completed CSV file is shown below:

Kind Input Unit Factor Factor unit Precision Source Comment
Ink cartridges 50 kg 0.04 kg Estimate Relevant  
Wood-free paper 20 kg 0.02 kg Document / Measurement Relevant  
Wrapping paper 800 g 0.05 kg Cost based Relevant Easter presents employees
Printer paper 5 kg 0.08 kg Extrapolation Relevant  


After entering the data, the file can be uploaded again using the upload button. Excel users should ensure that the file is saved in UTF-8 character format. To do this, click on Save file as and then select the appropriate file format. The data is then automatically transferred to the Climate Hub.